Browsing: Egypt

US conducts extensive airstrikes on Iran in response to attacks on its bases, targeting military sites and marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.

Franco Malosso von Rosenfranz has been sentenced to two years and four months in prison for constructing a fake Roman amphitheatre near Vicenza, Italy.

Archaeological excavations in Marina El Alamein have unveiled 18 ancient tombs, revealing artefacts such as golden tongues and a limestone altar, enhancing understanding of Egyptian burial practices.

Archaeologists at an excavation in biblical Shiloh, West Bank, have uncovered a structure that may reveal insights into the Ark of the Covenant’s historical context.

Five Italian nationals, including Giorgia Sommacal and her mother, Monica Montefalcone, tragically died during a cave diving expedition in Vaavu Atoll, Maldives. Familial and romantic ties deepen the mourning. Recovery efforts continue as authorities investigate the circumstances.

Archaeologist Dr Chris McKinny proposes that the lost Ark of the Covenant may be hidden within underground spaces in Jerusalem’s City of David. His team plans to employ advanced technology to scan for metal and chambers, aiming to uncover this ancient mystery.

A 57-year-old German tourist died after a snake bite during a show in Hurghada, Egypt. The incident occurred when a snake charmer let a snake crawl into the man’s trousers, resulting in immediate poisoning and shock. An investigation by Bavarian police is underway.

A new study published in Nature suggests a multi-channel spiral ramp system may explain the construction of Egypt’s Great Pyramid, known as the Pyramid of Khufu. This innovative model also proposes a timeline of 20 to 27 years for its completion. Learn more about this groundbreaking research.

A 2,000-year-old papyrus fragment containing 30 previously unknown verses by Empedocles has been rediscovered in Cairo. This significant find, identified by Nathan Carlig of the University of Liège, offers direct access to Empedocles’ original text, enhancing the understanding of his philosophy. Explore the findings in L’Empédocle du Caire.

Alaa Radwan, a Gaza refugee, has successfully raised £40,000 in donations to pursue her master’s at Goldsmiths, University of London. This heartfelt support enables her family to start a new life in the UK, with plans to move by August 2026.